With cold nights approaching, many of us long to warm ourselves next to an open, roaring fire. OnTheMarket.com looks at five properties with beautiful fireplaces.
Whether it be an open hearth or a wood burning stove, a fireplace adds an extra touch of homeliness to a property by exuding a snug warmth over the winter months.
Medieval: The Manor House is steeped in history
Warming: This magnificent room not only features an open fireplace but underfloor heating too
12th century: The drawing room, or ‘solar’ (first floor drawing room) is believed to date back to the 12th century
Stepping inside this property is like going back in time. Parts of the eight-bedroom manor house are believed to date back as far as the 12th century. Walking through the Grade II listed property, you’ll marvel at the original oak panelling, character stone fireplaces and its Jacobean oak staircase. Breaking tradition, however, is the purpose built triple garage which comes equipped with a gym.
2. The Manor House, Howden-le-Wear, Durham City (Offers in the region of £875,000 Dowen, Durham)
Idyllic setting: The Manor House sits within 2.5 acres of beautiful grounds
Beautiful: The drawing room’s fireplace is set within a stunning woodwork surround
Sociable: The living room’s feature fireplace is the central focus of the warm space
Yet another impressive manor house, this second property, although not quite as old as the first, is also imbued with history. Its 16th century past can be felt throughout the grand reception hallway, library and eight bedrooms. Outside, the formal gardens, fruitful mature orchard, pretty pond and bridge, enclosed within the 2.5 acres of land, can all be enjoyed with a huge degree of privacy.
Tucked away: The cottage is in rural Essex
Beaming: The living area has wood flooring and exposed beams
Home is where the hearth is: A welcoming fire brightens up any day
The third property is a two bedroom archetypal “English countryside cottage” which has a real homely feel to it. The woodwork throughout the property creates a wonderful ambiance and would be a welcome prospect to come home to, after a long and bitter winter’s day.
Central location: The property is located at the heart of the village
Cost efficient: Wood burning stoves save a lot on heating bills
Cosy: The combination of exposed brickwork and a wood burning stove creates the perfect family room
A stone’s throw from the coast, with five bedrooms and on the market for offers in excess of £300,000. Located in Sutton-on-Hull, residents are within easy driving distance to Hull and Leeds but are also able to enjoy the feel of rural living.
5. Monmouth Street, Lyme Regis (£8,667 pcm (£2,000 pw) Penny & Sinclair, Short Lets)
Outdoor space: The garden comes equipped with a barbecue
Family hub: The open plan kitchen with a warming fireplace is the perfect setting for a family meal
Ahoy there: Residents can enjoy a sea view from their window
The historic fishing port of Lyme Regis is a breathtaking location and now the opportunity has arisen to rent a charming five-bedroom cottage in this scenic town. Anchor House was thoughtfully designed by Caroline Conran, whose ideas have come together to create an enchanting yet stylish family home, with fabulous sea views.
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